White Night Ballarat

Dreamscape

Pauline O’Shannessy-Dowling

The Australian bush takes centre stage and wows our senses like never before in Dreamscape, reminding us that our natural environment packs a punch when it comes to igniting our senses and our dreams.

In this humorous and colourful interpretation of the environment becomes the focus of the story, and has the agency to recreate itself, without human intervention. There is barely a whiff of the human footprint or the built environment in this quirky and colourful landscape. It’s almost as if we humans barely exist!

The narrative behind this playful work reminds us that we humans simply don’t always take centre stage. Ancient and intelligent ecosystems have the capacity to survive, flourish and adapt, and indeed, show us what is truly beautiful, joyful and playful.

About Pauline O’Shannessy-Dowling

Ballarat-based artist Pauline O’Shannessy-Dowling’s work traverses a realm between the abstract and the figurative. Her work is joyful, playful and often humorous. She creates worlds that defy logic, and yet seem logical. Colourful and quirky landscapes are her trademark – where the ordinary becomes surreal and the innocuous becomes paramount. Anything is possible, and dreams become real in the studio of Pauline O’Shannessy-Dowling, AKA POD.

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Explore the thriving hub of Ballarat through its contemporary arts, emerging food scene, renowned wineries and fascinating gold rush history, set against a heritage backdrop. Recharge and refuel after White Night Ballarat at one of the town's popular eateries, pubs or cafes.

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Plan Your Night

White Night Ballarat will take place on Saturday 17 March 2018. The event will begin at 7pm and run until 2am, rain, hail or shine. Below you'll find essential information to help you plan your best experience, including details on public transport, parking and accommodation.